Serving 631 students in grades 5-8, Mt Orab Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt Orab Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mt Orab Middle School's student population of 631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mt Orab Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Orab Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1275 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Orab Middle School's ranking?
Mt Orab Middle School is ranked #1275 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mt Orab Middle School often compared to?
Mt Orab Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Mt Orab Middle School?
631 students attend Mt Orab Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mt Orab Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt Orab Middle School?
Mt Orab Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mt Orab Middle School offer ?
Mt Orab Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Mt Orab Middle School part of?
Mt Orab Middle School is part of Western Brown Local School District.
School Reviews
2 5/2/2015
This is a terrible school and district. I vote against anyone currently elected in the school board; they have obviously lost sight of their mission to educate and do not have our children's best interest.
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